My cat won't poop after anal gland expression. Is she constipated?

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My cat has recently had her anal glands expressed yesterday, and it has been 48 hours since she has pooped (before getting glands expressed). Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Female | unspayed | 2 years and 9 months old

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Often, the rectum can be a little sore for a day or two after having the anal glands expressed - this can cause some cats to avoid pooping because it hurts. You can try increasing her water intake by feeding her some canned food, low sodium beef or chicken broth, or tuna juice to help soften the stool and encourage her to go. If she does not poop within the next 24-48 hours, or if you see her straining in the litter box with nothing coming out, I would recommend taking her back to your vet for an exam - if she is severely constipated, she may need an enema under sedation to clear the blockage.

My cat won't poop after anal gland expression. Is she constipated?

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